Who needs to apply for a licence

A yard manager is someone employed or engaged by a dealer to manage or supervise the dealer's business of buying and/or selling vehicles. A yard manager must hold a valid Yard Manager's licence.

What you need to do to get a licence

To apply for a licence you must complete the application form and provide all relevant supporting documentation as follows:

• Complete the application form
• Pay the appropriate fee
• Prove your identity and that you are over 18 years of age
• Original or certified copy of an Australian police check not more than three (3) months old at the time of application

• Show you have sufficient knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Dealers Act by successfully completing the Motor Vehicle Yard Manager Licensing Course.

If you are thinking of becoming a motor vehicle yard manager and want more information contact the licensing advice line on 1300 304 064.

Note: the Commissioner can attach conditions or restrictions to any licence.

Lodging your application

The application fee/s is payable at the time of lodging this application.

The fees and forms page contains further details about:

• how to lodge your application;
• relevant fees; 
• other licensing forms; and 
• how to contact us.